Crime & Safety

How to Drive Safely in Stormy Weather

Tips on driving, from Loudoun County of Emergency Management.

Loudoun County released a video on how to drive safely when you suddenly find yourself driving in stormy weather.

A man lost control of his car in Friday's storm, which saw driving rain, thunder and lightning, and hail in some areas. His car struck a charter bus and he died.

Although the best course of action during severe weather is to stay off the roads, if you are caught in your vehicle during hazardous weather, there are precautions you can take, Loudoun County of Emergency Management advises. 

Jeff Fletcher of the Loudoun County Office of Emergency Management provides safety tips on what you should do in a short video on the Loudoun County YouTube channel.

Watch the video and get some tips on what you can do if you get stuck driving in bad weather.


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